Brewery Profile

Seneca Stag Brewing

In Penn Yan’s craft beverage scene, a visitor to Seneca Stag Brewing finds a brewery shaped by its Finger Lakes setting and by a building with an agricultural past. The operation is based in a refurbished hay barn near the shores of Seneca Lake, giving the taproom a different feel from a Main Street storefront or an industrial-park brewery. Its identity leans toward traditional German biergarten culture, while the brewing approach uses modern techniques and fresh local ingredients. For someone walking in, the main point of orientation is a beer list built around familiar, malt-forward and wheat-driven styles rather than novelty alone.

Travelers in this part of New York often build itineraries around lake views, farms, wineries, cider makers, and small-town craft beverage stops. Seneca Stag fits that pattern by offering a lineup that includes German-influenced flagships such as Festbier, Hefeweizen, Marzen, and Munich Dunkel. Seasonal choices may include Winter Ale, Brown Ale, Kolsch, and Pumpkin Spice, depending on the time of year and what is currently available. That range gives visitors a way to compare classic lager and ale styles within a local Finger Lakes context, without needing the brewery to be a specialist in only one category.

The facility is open year-round, though hours change seasonally, so checking current hours before driving out is the safest plan. The taproom is also the place to confirm the day’s pours, since seasonal beers and availability can change. For groups with mixed preferences, the beverage menu extends beyond beer to hard cider, craft cocktails, single-serve wine, and non-alcoholic options. Seneca Stag also hosts live music and can accommodate events in two distinct spaces, making it useful for more than a quick tasting stop. Visitors planning around entertainment or a private gathering should verify schedules, space availability, and any event details directly with the brewery.

Seneca Stag Brewing Company operates from a refurbished hay barn near Penn Yan, New York, close to the shores of Seneca Lake. The brewery emphasizes traditional German biergarten culture while employing modern brewing techniques and using fresh local ingredients. Its beer lineup includes flagship styles such as Festbier, Hefeweizen, Marzen, and Munich Dunkel, alongside seasonal offerings like Winter Ale, Brown Ale, Kolsch, and Pumpkin Spice. The facility also serves hard cider, craft cocktails, single-serve wine, and non-alcoholic options. Available year-round with seasonal hours, Seneca Stag features live music and accommodates events in two distinct spaces.

Website available

1720 NY-14, Penn Yan, NY 14527, USA, Penn Yan, New York, 14527

Phone: (315) 694-7586

Website: https://senecastagbrewing.com/

Hours: ["Monday: Closed","Tuesday: Closed","Wednesday: Closed","Thursday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM","Friday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM","Saturday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM","Sunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM"]

Upcoming Events

Upcoming public events currently attached to this brewery.

  • Brunch at Main Deck

    Sep 13, 2026

    Enjoy brunch at Main Deck, available multiple times from late March through April in Penn Yan, NY.

  • Wine and Pickle Pairing at Toast Winery

    Sep 13, 2026

    An event pairing unique wines with pickles at Toast Winery running from late March through May in Rock Stream, NY.

  • Local Pop-Up Library

    Sep 13, 2026

    A recurring pop-up library hosted by Dundee Library and Southern Tier Library System from late April through December in Himrod, NY.

  • Steak Night at Veraisons

    Sep 13, 2026

    Steak night hosted at Glenora Wine Cellars offering steak dinners multiple times between April 4 and 25 in Dundee, NY.

  • Rock N' Bowl

    Sep 13, 2026

    Bowling and pizza event at Brock's Bowl & Pizzeria held repeatedly from early April to late December in Penn Yan, NY.

  • Play Pals

    Sep 13, 2026

    A recurring children's event hosted by Yates Community Center held weekly from March 30 through December 28 in Penn Yan, NY.

  • Monday Madness & $40 Fridays

    Sep 14, 2026

    Weekly specials at Café Toscana featuring Monday Madness and $40 Fridays from March 30 through April 27 in Geneva, NY.

  • Monday Night Trivia at Lake Life Brewery

    Sep 14, 2026

    Weekly trivia nights hosted by FLX Trivia at Lake Life Brewery running from March 30 through May 18, 2026.

  • The Family Connection Circle

    Sep 15, 2026

    Support group activities hosted by Child & Family Resources and Finger Lakes Lactation at 270 Lake St suite 1, Penn Yan. Runs multiple times from Apr 28 to Jun 23, 2026.

  • Yates County Caregiver Support Group (Alzheimer’s Association)

    Sep 15, 2026

    Support group meetings hosted by Dundee Public Library at 32 Water St, Dundee. Occurs multiple times from Apr 28 to Nov 24, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Seneca Stag Brewing located?
Seneca Stag Brewing is located at 1720 NY-14, Penn Yan, NY 14527, USA, Penn Yan, New York, 14527. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Seneca Stag Brewing's hours?
Current hours are: ["Monday: Closed","Tuesday: Closed","Wednesday: Closed","Thursday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM","Friday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM","Saturday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM","Sunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM"]. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about Seneca Stag Brewing?
Visit https://senecastagbrewing.com/ for the brewery's own information about beers, events, and operations. Beer.Social aggregates public data and visitor-facing details to help with planning a stop.